Writer: Ken Adams
Ping pong or baccarat?
The casino industry in Macau is undergoing a culture change. Gambling has dominated the economy, if not the culture, of Macau since the... more
Insiders fluttering on an election
Great Britain is entertaining a new political scandal — and great theater it is. The British do some things very well and theater is at... more
What are we to do when sports figures gambling, threats against players and annoying advertisements plague us?
What do Ippei Mizuhara, Tucupita Marcano, Pat Hoberg, Jontay Porter, David Fletcher and Felipe Hernández have in common? They all are... more
Illinois wants sportsbooks to pay more to the state
There is one constant in gaming: Budget time is run-for-the-hills time. It is the time when hungry lawmakers look at gaming as low-hanging... more
Watching and waiting: Summer 2024 begins now
The summer tourist season officially begins with Memorial Day weekend. AAA has predicted the busiest holiday in 20 years. Forty-four... more
A mirage created by the desert sun that lasted 35 years
The famous Mirage, created by Steve Wynn, is nearing the end of its life. MGM purchased the Mirage from Wynn in 2000. The property was... more
Bet on it: Igaming is the future of gaming
The gaming industry is on a very long upward spiral. Gross gaming revenue reached almost $68 billion in 2023, more than $20 billion more... more
Riding a camel to the casino
Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Egypt are building, trying to reengineer and diversify their economies. Part of the reason is... more
Atlantic City: Making a silk purse
Atlantic City is facing its biggest threat in decades: New York City. At the East Coast Gaming Congress in Atlantic City last week,... more
Caitlin Clark: A star on the horizon for women’s sports and sports betting
Sports betting is not only exploding, but also penetrating previously unknown territory. Thirty-eight states have legalized sports... more
